When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of passion and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons we’ve achieved our six-consecutive Magnet designation for nursing excellence. From working with a team of premier healthcare professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll have everything you need to do something incredible—for yourself, and for others. Join us, and discover why we are tied #1 in California and ten years in a row on the 'Best Hospitals' Honor Roll.
The per diem Social Worker in out Outpatient Oncology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California will provide a full range of social work services in collaboration with the larger oncology care teams and Patient and Family Support Program providers, to support and enhance coping of those impacted by a cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Psychosocial evaluation -- identification of problems affecting optimal patient care and the development of a treatment plan.
- Crisis intervention.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to Individuals and their family to help enhance coping as they navigate their cancer care.
- Referrals to various community resources, such as public benefits, transportation, and mental health services as well as case coordination.
- Interdisciplinary discussion of psychosocial implications of illness including consultation regarding treatments and resources designed to solve the problems of the patients.
- Develops and maintains productive relationships with community health, welfare, and social agencies.
Educational Requirements:
- Master degree in Social Work.
What Else Are We Looking For?
- One (1) plus years of clinical experience in an acute care hospital setting, preferably 2 plus years.
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Working Title : Social Worker - Outpatient Oncology - Per Diem
Department : Onc PT and Fam Sup Svs
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Patient Services
Job Specialty : Social Work
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $53.00 - $53.00
